Take Taobao to fight against Japan

After explaining various important matters, Yang Fan immediately stood up and asked Huang Hong to drive himself and Stilwell to the Yangon headquarters of the British and Burmese Army.

Walking quickly to the parking lot, Yang Fan directly fell in love with a brand new military jeep, opened the rear door and got in without saying a word.

Stilwell followed Yang Fan and sat in the back row. After the car started, Stilwell said quietly: "Actually, I went to find Lieutenant General Alexander this morning!"

Hearing Stilwell's tone of frustration, Yang Fan instantly understood something, and asked with a smile: "What's the matter, old friend, from your tone, it seems that things are not going well?"

Stilwell clenched his fists and said angrily: "The Brits are so stupid and naive, they still think that the Japanese army will only capture the Indochina Peninsula and the Philippines at most, and it is impossible to continue to advance to Burma. What the hell! "

Yang Fan frowned and asked, "Is the Lieutenant General Alexander you mentioned the commander of the British First Army who commanded the Dunkirk retreat?"

"That's right, it's him!"

Stilwell nodded, and snorted sarcastically, "The Dunkirk retreat, to put it nicely, was actually a mass escape. If the Germans hadn't delayed their fighter planes, the 40 British and French allied troops would have died by the sea. !

This time, escaping 33 people by chance turned out to be a great achievement for this idiot. Not only was he able to regain his trust, he was also appointed as the commander of the Indian Burma Army. I really don’t know what the Churchills think. "

The 58-year-old Stilwell's personality is still simple and rude, and he is straightforward. The unpleasant meeting this morning made his impression of Alexander greatly reduced again. At this time, he can no longer suppress his anger.

"Is there any better general in the British Army to come to Burma? According to our Chinese language, this is nothing more than pulling out the eldest son from the dwarf, which is purely helpless!"

Yang Fan twitched his nose and snorted coldly: "It's not that I look down on the British, but their army is really not flattering! Now only the air force and navy can play a role!"

As a time traveler, Yang Fan naturally knew that the British Army was strong outside and capable in the middle during World War II. Its ground battles were not many, and it was a complete defeat in the early stage. It was not until the United States entered the battlefield that the British Army improved.

In particular, General Alexander, in the original history, was transferred to the North African battlefield by the British High Command after the failure of the Burma campaign, but was beaten by the Germans again!

After defeating Dunkirk first, then Burma, and finally Rommel in North Africa, Alexander's nickname of the often defeated general came out.

Stilwell sighed helplessly: "Old friend, I understand now why you asked for the complete withdrawal of the British army from the very beginning. It is really not a good sign to have such a stubborn and proud British ally. "

Yang Fan chuckled and said: "The ancient Chinese saying is good, father and son soldiers in battle, brothers who fight tigers, if there is no brother army on the battlefield that can rely on their lives, half of the battle will be lost before it is fought.

And I will never allow such a situation, old friend, if the British are really unreliable, then we can only send them all away, let them go back to guard India, and Myanmar will be temporarily borrowed from us! "

Stilwell frowned slightly: "Isn't that good? Our current strength is far from enough. The British army has 4 troops. Let them fight the Japanese invaders together, and it will play a big role, right?"

"Don't be afraid of opponents who are like gods, but teammates who are like pigs! If they refuse to fight to the death and want to escape, not only will it not have a positive effect, but it will affect the overall situation and make us suffer from the enemy!"

Yang Fan shook his head lightly, then said in a deep voice: "If you insist on keeping the British and Burmese troops, you can only relieve Alexander's command on the spot, and then take over the British troops!"

"Well, it can only be done as a last resort! Let's try our best to be courteous before fighting. After all, Britain is a powerful ally. We need to carefully consider their feelings!"

Stilwell was still a little hesitant. The consequences of directly breaking the face with the British army would definitely be quite serious. Only God knows what will happen.

Yang Fan can understand Stilwell's dilemma, but he will never allow the historical tragedy to repeat itself, and immediately said firmly:

"Old friend, there is no turning back when you start a bow. Since I am here, I must do my best to win the battle. I will eradicate all unfavorable factors without hesitation!

I hope you can stand on my side unswervingly, so that I can guarantee the successful completion of the strategic goal of defending Myanmar! "

After a pause, Yang Fan said earnestly: "As long as we can win the battle, any means are not too much.

Indecision and timidity are the taboos of military strategists. If Alexander is allowed to mess up and cause Burma to fall, the Chinese supply line will be completely blocked by the little devils, and the Asian battlefield will be lost.

Compared with this serious consequence, what are some drastic measures?Am I right? "

"This one……"

Stilwell fell silent, although he knew that what Yang Fan said was very reasonable, and he also knew the importance of the Asian battlefield, and before he came, President Roosevelt had repeatedly warned that the Asian battlefield was related to the overall situation, and that only victory was not allowed to be defeated, and he even personally authorized the idea The power to dispose of it, but he still has scruples in his heart,

After all, Britain is a superpower, a veteran and veteran power, and an empire on which the sun never sets. Offending this powerful ally too much requires great courage and self-confidence!

At this time, Yang Fan continued to add: "My old friend, don't you want to win a big victory and go down in history? Don't you want to add a star on your shoulders earlier and become a four-star general?"

The ranks of Brigadier General, Major General, Lieutenant General, General, and Five-Star General in the United States have increased from one silver star to five on the epaulettes.

Therefore, the term "four-star general" is not accurate, because there is only one level of general in the US military, and the military rank mark is 4 stars, and a general with 4 stars is a general!

Sometimes it is called "four-star general" instead of "four-star general" in spoken language, just like a lieutenant general cannot be called "three-star general" but "three-star general".

The "five-star general" epaulettes are inlaid with five stars, which is equivalent to the rank of marshal in other Western countries, but the U.S. military has not yet established a rank until it was approved by the U.S. Congress in December 1944.

"Cough, cough, cough!"

Stilwell was terribly choked. Although FireWire has now been promoted to a three-star lieutenant general, a four-star general is not a Chinese cabbage.

However, the admiral's allure was still very strong, and a spark of fire inevitably flashed in Stilwell's eyes.

Immediately thinking that Myanmar must not be lost, a bold idea has gradually sprouted in Stilwell's heart!

Chapter 754

"My old friend, I really don't know what you are still hesitating and afraid of?"

Seeing that Stilwell was still hesitating, Yang Fan raised his voice and continued to bewitch: "Yes, Britain used to be a super empire on which the sun never sets, with colonies all over the world, but that is already in the past tense.

Now, the empire on which the sun never sets has declined, and now it is suffocated by the Germans, and it is pitifully huddled in the British Isles.

At present, the United Kingdom is asking you, the United States, and is looking at your aid and reinforcements. At this time, even if we break the sky in Myanmar, the British government has to hold its nose and bear it. At most, it will not hurt the United States. The government protested a few words.

However, what are these small troubles and risks compared with the brilliant victory of the entire Burma campaign? "

"Okay! However, I think we should give courtesy first and then soldiers!"

Stilwell finally made up his mind. As Yang Fan said, even if Alexander's command was lifted and even 4 British troops were driven back to India, it didn't seem like a big deal.

However, Stilwell also knew very well that this was definitely a bad idea, if he could not do it or try not to do it, otherwise the consequences would be unpredictable.

Because where there are people, there are rivers and lakes. In just over a year, Stilwell was promoted to three ranks, from colonel to lieutenant general, and now he is entrusted with important tasks. There are many people who are jealous.

If the British government got anxious and stabbed Roosevelt and the Congress directly, Stilwell might not get a good result.

Yang Fan patted Stilwell on the shoulder and said: "Those who do big things don't care about small things, as long as you are determined and can withstand the pressure for a while, as long as I promise to do things properly!

The Japanese army is bound to win Burma, we have no time to lose, we must cut the mess quickly, otherwise, the consequences will be very serious! "

? "Okay! I know what to do! As long as Myanmar and the Burma Road can be kept, the momentary honor, humiliation and confusion are nothing!"

Stilwell nodded, full of confidence in Yang Fan, and at the same time secretly made up his mind.

Half an hour later, the military jeep drove to the gate of the Yangon Headquarters of the British Burmese Army. After negotiations with Stilwell, the military jeep continued and stopped in front of a garden-style mansion.

After parking the car, Meng Wuan got out of the car as quickly as possible and ran to the rear door to help Yang Fan open the door.

After getting off the car, Stilwell led the way, leading Yang Fan and the two to the mansion ahead.

The British sentinel on guard obviously recognized the American lieutenant general and quickly raised his gun to salute.

Stilwell returned the military salute to the two sentries, and then walked into the headquarters of the British Army in Burma with Yang Fan and Meng Wu'an.

Soon, under the guidance of a British colonel and staff officer, Yang Fan met the legendary "generally defeated general" Lieutenant General Alexander.

But Alexander didn't show a good face, he looked at Stilwell with some displeasure and said, "General Stilwell, why are you here again? And what's going on with the two Chinese people beside you?"

In the current era, the relationship between Britain and the United States is far from being as greasy as it is in modern times. It is so good that you can wear a pair of trousers. On the contrary, the relationship between the two countries is really not harmonious.

Although the overall national strength of the United States has surpassed that of the United Kingdom by a large margin, in the eyes of the British, the Americans are just a group of uneducated upstarts.

As an old capitalist power, although it has gone into decline, the British are lonely in their bones. They think they are noble gentlemen of noble blood, and they think that Americans are just a group of rural farmers who don't understand noble etiquette and only know promiscuity.

However, the cold reality is always so slap in the face. The former empire on which the sun never sets was beaten all over the place by the Germans, lost its helmet and armor, and once faced the crisis of extinction.

Nowadays, only the aid of the Americans can continue his life, and the gap is really not that big. Alexander is naturally full of complex feelings of envy, jealousy and hatred for the Americans.

Especially this morning, Alexander's conversation with the outspoken Stilwell was very unpleasant, his glass heart was shattered, and his poor self-esteem was seriously injured.

Until now, Alexander hadn't recovered from his tone, and looked at Stilwell with sullen eyes. If the British Empire hadn't been unable to refuse the American aid, he would have issued an order to expel the guests long ago.

For Alexander's performance, Stilwell was not surprised at all. He had experienced this British guy with a big temper but little ability this morning.

Stilwell said in a calm and polite tone as much as possible: "General Alexander, these two are my Chinese friends, and they are representatives of the Chinese army.

I brought them here this time because I want to have a good talk with you about Myanmar's defense cooperation,..."

However, before Stilwell could finish speaking, Alexander broke out first, yelling at Yang Fan and Meng Wu'an with wide eyes:

"The British Empire is fully capable of defending Burma, and there is no need for the Chinese army to enter Burma to fight! So, you two Chinese people can leave my office now and go back and forth wherever you come from!"

"General Alexander, if you pretend to be aggressive, you will be struck by lightning!"

Alexander glared and raised his eyebrows, Yang Fan did not give in at all, stared back with cold eyes, and said in correct English:

"The Japanese are bound to win Burma, and they will attack Burma in a month at most! Don't have any illusions and luck, the Japanese will not be deterred by your poor self-esteem and the illusory reputation of the empire on which the sun never sets!"

"Alarmist!"

Alexander smiled instead of anger: "How could the Japanese be so powerful? It will take at least a month or two for them to capture Singapore. There is also Thailand with strong military strength in front of Myanmar. They don't even want to conquer it within half a year!"

Yang Fan sneered and said, "General Alexander, are you too confident in the British Army?"

Alexander snorted coldly: "That's natural, the British Empire army has always been invincible!"

Yang Fan sneered mercilessly: "It's like the Dunkirk retreat you commanded?"

"Ooh, Shet!"

Being exposed and slapped in the face, Alexander immediately became angry and shouted: "What did you just say? Say it again!"

Yang Fan ignored Alexander's threats and sneered, "Since you think the British army is invincible, how long do you think the British Empire can hold Hong Kong?"

Alexander snorted and said, "Hmph, how many days? The British Empire can hold on for at least a month!"

Yang Fan chuckled and said, "Confidence is a good thing, but it's boring to swell your face! According to my judgment, Hong Kong can last for two days at most, and Hong Kong will fall within today! Do you dare to bet with me?" ?”

Alexander was so angry that he burst out again: "Shet! Two days? Are you crazy? How could the British Empire only last for two days?"

Yang Fan smiled and said, "Since General Alexander is so confident, won't he be sure to win? Then do you dare to bet with me? I bet 100 taels of gold!"

Chapter 755 Shameless Gentleman

"100 taels of gold? Are you sure?"

Alexander's pupils shrank. This was not a small amount of money. Since this Chinese man was valued so much by Stilwell, he must have a lot of background, and he would definitely not deny it in terms of gambling funds.

Yang Fan nodded confidently and said, "Of course I'm sure! I'm short of everything, except money! On this point, Lieutenant General Stilwell can vouch for me!"

In another time and space, it took half a month for the Japanese to attack Hong Kong, but the current plane has shifted seriously. The devils have quite a lot of experience in beach landing operations, and they have a strong air force to assist them.

Gathering more information, Yang Fan has deduced that Hong Kong will fall today at most.

Stilwell first glanced at Yang Fan, and seeing that he was not joking, he nodded and said, "That's right, I can guarantee it!"

"Okay! Since you are so generous, I will play with you!"

A look of greed flashed in Alexander's eyes, and he asked, "Then what chips do you want?"

Yang Fan laughed and said: "It's very simple, you hand over your military power and completely obey the command and dispatch of General Stilwell, or you can take your team back to India for garrison! Our Chinese army in Burma will fight the little devil to the death!"

Alexander rolled his eyelids and said, "Oh, Shet! Are you crazy? You have such an idea, the British Empire will never give up an inch of territory!"

Yang Fan sneered: "Didn't you say that you are 100% sure to win? Do you need to worry about something that is completely impossible? Isn't it good to get [-] taels of gold for nothing?

Hmph, I think you are a duplicity coward!The British Empire has fallen, you'd better admit defeat and face the reality! "

"Cough, cough, cough!"

Stilwell was dumbfounded by Yang Fan. He really didn't expect Yang Fan to have such a mischievous side.

"Fack! Just bet!"

Alexander was so angry that he shouted loudly: "Since you are so stupid, I will accept the 100 taels of gold!"

However, it was no coincidence, as if it was deliberately arranged by God, as soon as Alexander finished speaking, a British army staff officer rushed into the office.

Before the man came to the front, the anxious words of the British army staff rang out: "Your Excellency, it's not good. The British Governor of the British Empire in Hong Kong, Yang Muqi, just announced his unconditional surrender to the Japanese army. Hong Kong has fallen!"

"Oh! Shet!"

The slap in the face came so fast, Alexander was so angry that he almost vomited blood and died. He patted the table hard and shouted: "A group of stupid pigs, 1.5 defenders only defended for 2 days!"

"Your Excellency General!"

The British staff officer was a little dazed, unable to understand why Alexander had such a violent reaction.

"Get out quickly! It's none of your business here!"

Alexander just waved his hand, how could his subordinates know about such a shameful gamble.

After the British staff officer walked away, Yang Fan said with a smile: "General Alexander, I am willing to accept the bet, and this matter is settled like this!"

"and many more!"

Alexander waved his hand and said, "It is impossible for the British Empire to abandon Burma and withdraw directly, nor can it be handed over to other countries for command. It must be firmly in the hands of the British Empire!"